Best hotels in Hamburg
Mövenpick Hotel Hamburg
Sternschanze 6, 20357 Hamburg
A quirky hotel set in an old water tower, this hotel is in the center of Hamburg and ideally located to grab a bite to eat or see some of the many sights the city has to offer. The restaurant in the hotel serves Swiss and German food and the rooms are all soundproofed so you can relax knowing you’ll get a good night’s sleep no matter what is going on around you.
Ginn Hotel
Große Elbstraße 39, 22767 Hamburg
This hotel towers over the River Elbe in this wonderful location, set in what was an old factory and near many of the major tourist districts. The hotel has minimalist rooms with exposed brickwork and plenty of charming features. Try out the restaurant after a busy day of meetings or relax on the terrace and look out over the Elbe.
Empire Riverside Hotel
Bernhard-Nocht-Straße 97, 20359 Hamburg
This bronze-paneled tower rises into the sky over the River Elbe in the St Pauli district; its rooms offer stunning views that look over the Elbe, the city or the port. There is no shortage of things to see or do in this elegant city, but if you need a day of rest, head over to the spa for a steam bath before grabbing a lounge chair in the dedicated relaxation room.
Best restaurants in Hamburg
Hamburger Elbspeicher
Große Elbstraße 39, 22767 Hamburg
The Elbe is the place to be to get a real feel for Hamburg and this restaurant is no exception. Head here for locally sourced fresh ingredients used in amazing traditional meals, with a view that will take your breath away.
[M]eatery
Drehbahn 49, 20354 Hamburg
If you’re craving a traditionally cooked American steak, look no further than [M]eatery. It has an original Southbend grill all the way from the States and is becoming extremely popular with locals and tourists for its flair and originality.
Restaurant L’Orient
Oberstraße 146, 20255 Hamburg
A culinary delight, L’Orient offers modern Lebanese cuisine that will leave you wanting more. Head in for a quick lunch, a small snack to keep you going during a shopping trip or a late dinner when you need a break. The appetizers are very popular and with specials that change most days, there’s always something new to try.
Best things to do in Hamburg
Port of Hamburg Tour
Port of Hamburg
There are many different tours you can do of the Port of Hamburg. Take a trip round a container vessel, hop on a passenger boat to take a trip downriver and get a different view of the port, do a walking tour of the Fish Market or a Russian submarine, or go for a nighttime ride on the barges to the historic warehouses. With plenty to do and at really good prices, perhaps take a few different ones to see various points of the port.
Planten un Blomen
Marseiller Straße, 20355 Hamburg
This park is 47 hectares and a quiet haven in a city that is constantly growing and evolving. There are some lovely trails to walk; see the Pharmacist’s Garden or the Rose Garden and take in the illuminated fountains at night. A great spot for a picnic in spring and summer, and in winter there is an ice rink for skating.
International Maritime Museum
Koreastraße 1, 20457 Hamburg
This museum houses a private collection of over 40,000 items consisting of model ships, uniforms, plans and art from over the years of maritime history. Spread over nine floors in Hamburg’s oldest warehouse, and with some interactive exhibits, this is a great day out for families.